manna gum en · NOUN
Meanings
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Any of various eucalyptus trees that exude manna, especially Eucalyptus viminalis, found in Australia.
Black cockatoos screeched and scratched at the bark of a big old manna gum as if they couldn't wait to see it done for.
1985, Peter Carey, Illywhacker, Faber & Faber, published 2003, page 53:
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| manna gums | Number=Plur | lexicographic |